Attention all 35,000 ACC students: The new emergency messenger system is now activated.

This is important – you must provide ACC with a contact number to be part of this notification system. In many cases, this will be the only way we can notify you of an emergency to ensure your safety and security.

The new system will be used in conjunction with the recently installed emergency message boards and will send a voice message and text message to the phone number you provide.

Here’s what to do:
1. Log in under current students at ACC Online Services.
2. Select Academic Profile.
3. Click Student Change Requests.
4. Select Designate Emergency Contact Information.
5. Submit.

Note: Input the number or numbers you want to receive emergency notifications. (These can be cell phones, phones, pagers, PDAs, or other communication devices where you would most likely be reached any time, any place.)

It’s that simple, but it’s very important.

In case of an emergency, all staff, faculty, and students who have updated their information, will receive a voice mail or text message within minutes; e-mails will also be sent to student ACC g-mail accounts. The message and e-mail will tell you the nature of the emergency and what action you should take if any.